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2010 Chrysler 300C AWD

Family Friendliness: 6.9

Recommended: Not Yet Driven

Specifications apply to this model only

What it Is: A full-size, all-wheel drive sedan.
Who it's For: Families who want a large sedan and can live with two LATCH points.
What's Hot: It doesn't scream "soccer mom," stability and traction control, all-wheel drive.
What's Not: Higher MSRP and V-8 fuel economy.
Family Friendly Options: Uconnect multimedia system, navigation, rear-seat entertainment.
How It Got Its Score: The Chrysler 300 offers up lots of interior room and a big trunk, but sub-par crash test scores from the IIHS, higher price and lower fuel economy out weigh all-wheel drive's advantages, bringing down the score.

The Chrysler 300 comes in thee models based on engine size, a pair of V-6s and a Hemi V-8, with all-wheel drive available on the 3.5-liter V-6 and the V-8. While the 300 is in its sixth model year, the stylish design still stands apart from other full-size sedans offering families a distinct alternative to a minivan.

Chrysler sells an all-wheel drive version of the Hemi V-8, one of the few AWD V-8s on the market. The AWD drive train is derived from Mercedes-Benz's 4Matic system. Buyers will want to weigh their need for all-wheel drive against the higher price and lower fuel economy. Chrysler's Uconnect multimedia, navigation, premium stereo and rear-seat entertainment and active cruise control are optional, while safety features such as anti-lock brakes, traction and stability control are standard.

Over all the 300 is a hipper alternative to the minivan and is well-suited to families with older children who will appreciate the roomier back seats not found in a mid-size sedan.

Specifications

Price


MSRP $40,050
Destination $750

Mechanical

Engine Size


5.7 liter liters
Engine Type V-8
Horsepower 360 hp
Torque 389 lb.-ft.
Fuel Regular Unleaded
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Transmission 5-Speed Automatic

Fuel Economy

EPA City


16 mpg
EPA Highway 18 mpg
EPA Combined 23 mpg

Utility

Vehicle Type


Large Car
Family Friendliness 6.9
Doors Four
Passengers Five
LATCH Positions Two
Cargo Space 15.6 cu. ft.

Safety

NHTSA Driver Front


5 Stars
NHTSA Passenger Front 5 Stars
NHTSA Driver Side 5 Stars
NHTSA Rear Passenger Side 5 Stars
NHTSA Rollover 4 Stars
IIHS Front Good
IIHS Side Marginal
IIHS Rear Marginal
Stability Control Optional
Traction Control Optional
Brake Assist Optional
Side Airbags Curtain
Collision Avoidance Not Available
Active Cruise Control Not Available

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